der Kurze
Translation
shot (of liquor), a short one
Examples
Wollen wir einen Kurzen trinken?
Shall we have a shot?
Er bestellte einen Kurzen an der Bar.
He ordered a shot at the bar.
Grammar Patterns
einen Kurzen trinken (to have a shot) After the meal, we'll have a shot.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Schnaps (schnapps, liquor)
Etymology
A nominalization of the adjective 'kurz' (short). It literally means 'a short one'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'a short drink' for a quick shot.